Author's Tone

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What is the author's tone?

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The author's attitude toward the subject.

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What does 'excited' mean in terms of tone?

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A feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness.

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What does 'funny' mean in terms of tone?

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A tone that makes people laugh or smile.

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What does 'scared' mean in terms of tone?

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A feeling of fear or anxiety.

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What is an example of a happy tone?

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A cheerful and positive attitude, like when someone shares good news.

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What is an example of a sad tone?

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A tone that expresses sorrow or disappointment, like when someone talks about a loss.

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How can you tell the tone of a piece of writing?

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By looking at the words the author uses and the feelings they express.

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What is the tone of a letter that says 'I miss you'?

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A loving or sentimental tone.

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What is the tone of a story that has a lot of action and adventure?

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An exciting or thrilling tone.

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What does 'angry' mean in terms of tone?

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A tone that shows strong feelings of displeasure or annoyance.

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